Living in a car and open-toed shoes during winter, those are just some of the peculiar ways we, transplants and expats, observed from Angelenos. Being a transplant, it would take you some time to adjust to these quirks and peculiarities. So, getting to know some of Burbank's peculiar ways will help you adjust quickly.
"Be sure to bring warm clothes. I always thought that days in Burbank are always sunny, I was clearly mistaken. We do get occasional cold, rainy, dreary days, especially during winter. I wish I had prepared my jacket before I packed my bags and left Boston.”
Carl Edward, physical therapist
Moved from Boston
"It may sound silly but it does take some time to make new friends, again. Just being able to meet some new friendly faces; somehow made my first year living in town a bit brighter. I had moved from the East Coast and hardly knew anyone. I had mastered the art of network developing and “faking” companionship or just doing some crazy stuff all by myself. I had even adopted a dog and spend my mornings at the local dog park. If you are not a dog-person, you can try joining a whole bunch of clubs. Believe me; it will make your life a bit livelier if you are to join some of those clubs.”
Amanda Parker, secretary
Moved from the East Coast
“Be sure that you have a Thomas Guide. Although it is a bit ancient considering that we have Google Maps and GPS and all, but it does come in handy when your GPS is not working or you are in the Antelope Valley where there are no Wi-Fi connections. "
Howard K. , marketing/business strategy consultant
Moved from West Orange, NJ
"Just having a single plan is not enough, be sure that you have other plans up in your sleeves. Keep an eye out for good people and be sure to be in their company. You clearly do not want to be with players who are filled with empty promises and will lead you to dead ends. What I’m saying is that, move for the right reasons and be prepared to work you’re a*# for it.”
Mark E., store manager
Moved from Kansas City, MO via San Francisco
"I was pleased to find the website of Westside Rentals. Thanks to it I found a nice comfortable place to stay in. If only I had known it a bit earlier, I could have avoided visiting a bunch of places."
Andrea H., yoga instructor
Moved from Washington, DC
"Be sure to visit L.A. first and check out what our city has to offer right before you move. Take notes about the pros as well as the cons of living in Burbank It’s better this way so that you get both side of the story of living in L.A.”
Janet Elspas, housewife
"You can use the transport system if you live near certain bus routes. This will help you avoid stress and at the same time save some bucks on gas."
Rachel B., graphic designer
Moved from Boston
“Burbank is like a city filled with different villages. Unfortunately, they are not connected that well. So, be sure you pick the right kind of neighborhood that suits your particular lifestyle and is near your work. Here is a good example. If you want to have intelligent engaged people as your neighbors, try living in Santa Monica, however, if you are working in downtown Burbank, Santa Monica would be a bad choice.”
James C., corporate lawyer
Moved back to LA from Washington, DC
These tips on moving to Burbank can help you understand what it is like living in Burbank. Your Burbank Realtor is a local who can also help.
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